Head of Internal Audit & Risk Assurance

UNOPS; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

UNOPS is seeking a Chief of Audit (IC12) to lead a comprehensive internal audit function within the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG). You will shape the annual plan, oversee up to 15 audits and 60 project reviews, and provide expert advice to strengthen governance, risk management and controls across UNOPS programs and partners.

You will mentor professionals, build strategic relationships, and advance assurance quality, using analytics and innovative tools to drive organizational

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Accounting, Auditing or Finance is required.
• Experience requirement: minimum ten years in auditing, including five years leading a team.
• Professional certification (CA/CPA/CFE/CIA) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of data analytics tools and IT audit is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop the risk-based annual Internal Audit Plan and monitor progress.
• Coordinate up to 15 internal audits and 60 project audits per year.
• Lead audit field missions at UNOPS locations and HQ.
• Ensure high-quality audit reports and use standard work papers and tools.
• Collaborate with Investigations to identify control gaps and remedial actions.
• Engage with stakeholders to strengthen governance, risk management and controls.

Skills

Data Analysis

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Risk Management

Strategic Thinking

Audit and compliance

Effective communication

Education

Advanced University degree in Accounting, Auditing or Finance

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience in lieu of advanced degree

Professional certification (CA/CPA/CFE/CIA) desirable

Tools

MS Project

Teammate Audit Software

CAATs

ERP systems

Job description

UNOPS is seeking a Chief of Audit (IC12) to lead a comprehensive internal audit function within the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG). You will shape the annual plan, oversee up to 15 audits and 60 project reviews, and provide expert advice to strengthen governance, risk management and controls across UNOPS programs and partners.

You will mentor professionals, build strategic relationships, and advance assurance quality, using analytics and innovative tools to drive organizational